That’s very nice that you and some others have been able to care so well for animals so inexpensively. Many if not most cannot. And even those who can, are one incident from a high bill. Unless you are going to euthanize or get rid of any pet who incurs unexpected expenses. It happens with children , cars, houses as well as with pets.
I have two dogs and am trying to get enough money to fence in a large yard so that they can run free in the back yard. No small cost.
One dog has been extremely healthy but the other one has had skin issues, injuries, and some health problems that just happened. Had to pay the vet for them. Plus with the bugs here, vaccines are essential on top of the required rabies shot. Also annual licensing, fee for use of dog park, dog leashes and collars best suited, training courses for both, and food. Because of skin Allergies, I can’t go cheap with the food. I also need to pay for their care if I am away.
So, yes, pets can cost a lot. Other dogs I’ve had, did get expensive as they got older and needed medical intervention. It happens.
I am working with an elderly woman whose dog ate something that caused blockage. Expensive surgery and medical care. This dog, a few years old, is her beloved companion but neither she nor her family could afford the medical emergency. Heck, she has trouble meeting her own medical needs. My fence fund took a hit when this happened, and I doubt I’ll get all my money back from this
Maybe not, but your reward will be in Heaven, if you believe and, if not, you will know you did a good deed and made an old woman happy.